Privacy Policy

Introduction

Michael Frank's personal blog is dedicated to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how I gather, utilize, and secure your personal information when you visit our website, in compliance with the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Information We Collect

I gather limited data from visitors using Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to better understand how users engage with my site.

Google Analytics

I use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous data such as:

• Number of visitors
• Pages visited
• Session duration
• General geographic location
• Browser and device information

This information does not personally identify you. The data generated by these cookies is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.

To learn more about how Google uses this data, you can visit: How Google uses information from sites or apps.

Microsoft Clarity

I use Microsoft Clarity, a user behavior analytics tool provided by Microsoft Corporation (“Microsoft”). Microsoft Clarity uses cookies and similar technologies to collect data such as:

• User interaction with the website
• Mouse movements, clicks, and scrolls
• Non-identifiable session recordings
• General geographic location
• Browser and device information

The data collected is anonymized and does not include personally identifiable information. This data may be transmitted to and stored by Microsoft on servers located in the United States or other countries.

For more information on how Microsoft handles your data, please visit: Microsoft Privacy Statement.

Use of Information

I use your information to improve my website, analyze trends, and respond to inquiries. I do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties unless required by law.

Legal Basis for Processing

In accordance with the GDPR, your consent serves as the legal basis for processing your data. By accepting cookies via the consent banner, you agree to the processing of your data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

I only share your data with Google and Microsoft to utilize the analytics services mentioned above. These providers adhere to data processing agreements that meet GDPR standards.

Data Retention

I retain the collected data for as long as needed to achieve the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

Your Rights

In accordance with the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: You may request access to the personal data I hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that I limit the processing of your data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: You may request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your data for certain purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings to refuse cookies or by clicking the “Decline” button on our cookie consent banner.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

I use cookies and similar technologies to collect data as described above. You can disable cookies through your browser settings or decline them via the consent banner when you first visit the site.

For more information on how to manage cookies, you can visit allaboutcookies.org.

Data Security

I implement suitable technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Links to Third-Party Sites

Our site may include links to third-party websites. I am not accountable for the privacy practices of these sites. I recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any site you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page.